How can you add instant style this season? Easy—just pop on a Baker Boy hat. We’ve fallen in love with this hat style for its timeless appeal and the way it adds flair to any look. So, how can you wear a Baker Boy hat to elevate all your outfits? Let’s take a look.
What is a baker boy hat?
Before we get onto how to wear one, what exactly do we mean by a baker boy hat? Well, rather than a flat cap, or a baseball cap, the baker boy cap is more rounded and elevated, giving it more height and shape. You can also look for newsboy, breton, fisherman and fiddler caps, which also have that very similar raised crown look.
similar shirt (another option here), wide pants, sneakers, hat, earrings and sunglasses
Why we love them
They are menswear inspired
Because baker boy hats take their inspiration from menswear, they immediately add a touch of the unexpected to your outfit.
They elevate simple outfits
You don’t have to think too much about the rest of your outfit because the hat adds style for you. Even if you’re wearing the simplest of looks like your favorite jeans and t-shirt, a baker boy hat instantly elevates your style and adds a talking point.
They’re a conversation starter
We bet you get lots of people telling you they like your hat. They’re a conversation starter and make you feel more confident.
You’re in good company
You’re also in great company when you wear a baker boy. While she isn’t quite in the 40+ bracket yet, we’ve spotted Blake Lively often wears a baker boy, as does Janelle Monae, and Katie Holmes.
Psyche @economyofstyle above tops off her green co-ord outfit with a rattan baker boy hat, and matches her headwear to her sandals.
Recreate her outfit with this similar green coordinates, sandals, hat and belt.
The best baker boy hats in stores now
Let’s show you some examples of the most stylish baker boy hats you could choose in stores.
For a true classic, opt for a gray felt baker boy like the Isabel Marant cap (below).
Isabel Marant Evie Wool-Blend Newsboy Cap
The Eugenia Kim cap (below) features a little bit of bling thanks to the chain detailing.
Eugenia Kim Sabrina Wool Newsboy Cap
If you have a glamorous style personality, then the sparkly baker boy (below) is for you. Keep the rest of your outfit pretty simple.
Ruslan Baginskiy Embellished Baker Boy Cap
Mixing black and white is always timeless and the monochrome cap (below) has done this for you. You might want to add this to one of your black and white outfits.
Ruslan Baginskiy Baker Boy Cap
You can wear baker boys for any season. Choosing a linen blend like the MANGO cap (below) can be a great way to wear your cap into the warmer months.
MANGO Linen-Blend Baker Boy Cap
Add a pop of color to your outfits with the red cap (below).
A hat can also be a great way to add texture to your outfit like to cord cap (below) with button detail.
Checks are a fantastic print for a baker boy cap. We love the herringbone print on the hat below.
Or, opt for a bolder, more colorful check like the newsboy (below).
Another option with a chain for you now, this time in a stylish black print.
Outfit ideas for your baker boy hat
So, now that you’ve picked out your favorite baker boy, what should you wear it with? Let’s take a look.
With your favorite jeans
A great starting point for your outfit is to pick out your favorite pair of jeans, and your hat. Then, simply add a T-shirt or blouse and you’re good to go. Below, we’ve chosen to mix the masculine nature of the hat with a feminine blouse. For cohesion, we’ve matched the handbag color to the cap.
Alice + Olivia April Floral Blouson-Sleeve Top – Alice + Olivia Missa Crystal Stripe Wide-Leg Jeans – LAUREN Ralph Lauren Leona Espadrille Sandals – Aimee Kestenberg Aura A-Line Shoulder Bag – Kendra Scott Chandlier Huggie Earrings – Eugenia Kim Sabrina Wool Newsboy Cap
Eileen @eileenternullo above opts for a maritime inspired outfit with her cap and striped sweater.
Get her look with this similar sweater, jeans, sneakers, hat, earrings and sunglasses.
With cargo pants
Cargo pants are particularly on trend this season and go really well with baker boy hats. Wear with a camisole and denim jacket.
Ronny Kobo June Denim Jacket – Theory Animal-Print Jacquard Tank – Alice + Olivia Olympia Mr Baggy Cargo Pants – Franco Sarto Diva Kitten Heel Pumps – Aimee Kestenberg Aura A-Line Shoulder Bag – LAUREN Ralph Lauren Tartan Hoop Earrings – Isabel Marant Evie Wool-Blend Newsboy Cap
With sailor pants
Sailor pants are another great pairing for baker boy hats. Below, we’ve also added a sleeveless trench coat.
J.Crew Étienne Oversized Shirt – COS Sleeveless Trench Coat (similar here) – Alice + Olivia Narin High-Rise Stretch Flare Crop Jeans – Bzees Everly Strappy Sandals – Cole Haan Go Anywhere Tote – Shashi Hailey Drop Earrings – Hatful Memories Newboy Cap
with black pants and a graphic print top
Black pants are a classic that go with everything, including your baker boy caps. For added drama, wear with a graphic print sweater.
Alice + Olivia Oscar Saceface Double Knit Pullover Sweater – Alice + Olivia RMP Back Zip Bootcut Pants – Söfft Carleigh Heeled Sandals – Madewell Soft Grain Shopper – LAUREN Ralph Lauren Tartan Hoop Earrings – CRAGGIHATS Berker Boy Hat
Fonda @savvysouthernchic above keeps the rest of her outfit simple and elevates her style with her baker boy hat.
Steal her look with this similar sweater, jeans, boots, hat, earrings and necklace.
with Blazer dress and slim pants
For a glamorous evening look, wear your baker boy hat with a blazer dress and slim pants.
Alice + Olivia Esther Embellished Cotton Blazer Dress – BOSS Slim-Fit Jeans in Comfort-Stretch Denim – Franco Sarto Diva Kitten Heel Pumps – Cole Haan Go Anywhere Tote – Shashi Hailey Drop Earrings – INOGIH Baker Boy Hat
with ruana
A great look for transitional weather, pair your baker boy with a ruana or poncho.
UGG Tasman Ruana – Misook V-Neck Soft Knit Tank Top – Good American Good Legs Crop Skinny Jeans – Anne Klein Suri Suede Boots – Madewell Soft Grain Shopper – COS Organic-Shaped Pendant Necklace – Comhats Merino Newsboy Hat
With a sleeveless dress and t-shirt
Do you have a sleeveless dress in your closet? Update it by wearing it layered with a t-shirt underneath, and top off with your cap.
Theory Boxy Striped T-Shirt – Staud Ellison Knit Pleated Midi-Dress – Tory Burch Howell Court Sneakers – Cole Haan Go Anywhere Tote – Kendra Scott Chandlier Huggie Earrings – Ruslan Baginskiy Baker Boy Cap
similar tee, dress (another option here), tights, boots, bag (another option here), earrings, hat and sunglasses
With maxi skirt
A maxi skirt is a great way to add drama to casual looks, and you can up the style stakes by adding a baker boy cap.
Polo Ralph Lauren Julianna Cashmere Cable-Knit Sweater – Alice + Olivia Rye Tweed Slit Maxi Skirt – Söfft Carleigh Heeled Sandals – Madewell Soft Grain Shopper – LAUREN Ralph Lauren Tartan Hoop Earrings – accsa Newsboy Cap
with full skirt
For a preppy take on the baker boy trend, wear with a polo neck top and full skirt.
J.Crew Vintage Rib Polo T-Shirt – Alice + Olivia Earla Lace Midi-Skirt – Tory Burch Howell Court Sneakers – Madewell Soft Grain Shopper – LAUREN Ralph Lauren Tartan Hoop Earrings – MANGO Linen-Blend Baker Boy Cap
Your baker boy cap outfits together in one capsule
similar dress (other options here, here and here), sandals, hat, earrings, necklace, sunglasses, backpack
Below, you can see the outfits from above together in one capsule. You can see you can wear the clothes, shoes and accessories in different ways to create many more looks.
shop the outfits and baker boy hats below:
Has this article inspired you to add a Baker Boy cap to your closet and your outfits? Or are you already wearing one? Let us know in the comments below.
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